We Are Actuaries

Actuaries as YouTubers with Vy Le


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Vy Le is a purpose-driven, qualified actuary based in Canada. She is the host of V Life Journal - Actuary, Career & Well-being, a YouTube channel dedicated to providing exclusive insights and advice on topics related to actuarial science, career development, productivity, and well-being. Through Vy’s channel, she guides young professionals in their career planning related to maths, data, and tech, while also sharing effective productivity hacks and learning strategies. 

Vy is also a lifelong learner and multi-passionate creative-preneur. She holds several professional designations, including FSA, FCIA, CERA, CFA, and MBA. She’s also currently completing a Master’s in Computer and Information Technology at the University of Pennsylvania, exploring the intersection of technology and business and developing skills in programming, data analysis, and more. With 10+ years of experience as a risk management leader in the insurance industry, Vy is committed to driving growth and managing risk with a strong foundation in actuarial science and business strategy. 

In this interview, Vy shares: 

  • Why she started a YouTube channel, 
  • Tips to feel confident in front of the camera, 
  • Her process for selecting content and finding guests for her channel, 
  • What she finds challenging about running a YouTube channel, 
  • How she uses ChatGPT in her daily work,  
  • The key skill actuaries need to be successful in a world with AI, and 
  • Her top tip for actuaries wanting to become YouTubers. 

See Vy's YouTube Channel

See Vy's interview in The Actuary "Actuarial Adventures in Social Media"  

Connect with Vy on LinkedIn

Read Julia’s new book "Aspiring Actuarial Leaders: The Modern Manager’s Toolkit"

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